Bertus Jacobs

Background

About Bertus Jacobs

I am involved in the operational management of several business units. I provide strategic direction and lay the foundations for and build teams that protect and grow shareholder value, that result in a sustainable business. I have specialist expertise in the Agri Business arena, leading sales growth of Agri products, building businesses, turning around poorly performing units. CAREER SUMMARY: • >10 years experience in leadership and management roles • Recent success: 36% increase in nett profit of department 2021 - 2023. • Recent success: set up a business unit, grew it to R200m turnover, 2017 – 2020 • Recent success: 50% growth in W-Cape footprint. Recent success: Making technology leaps with the newly established GIS team DEGREES: • MBA (Stell / USB) • Masters in Sustainable Agriculture (UFS) • HED (NWU) • BSc Chemistry & Physics (NWU) ENDORSEMENTS: “positive influence” “Bertus can be approached with any question or problem without one feeling judged… He is a positive influence and a team player… He is responsive and always willing to help solve problems.” – The Co-Op Employee “decisive” “Bertus does not delay and brood over decisions. He is decisive and takes action that wins confidence and support.” – The Co-Op Employee “exceptional ability” “Bertus has the exceptional ability to motivate people. He spends a lot of time to formulate the right message and to deliver it at the right time to inspire and motivate people.” – The Co-Op Employee “he really cares” “Bertus is a team player. He really cares about his team.” – The Co-Op Employee